Network Security Specialist

Post Date

Mar 10, 2026

Location

San Diego,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

92106
US
May 10, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

SDG-6353d64d-44fb-4951-bc7c-92d6dc3227d8

Pay Rate

$46 - $58 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a penetration tester to support a large government customer. This person will be responsible for evaluating the security of the infrastructure and making recommendations on improvements. Responsibilities include:
Performing penetration testing against a variety of applications using tools such as BURP.
Perform proof of concept on new exploits to determine if supported networks are vulnerable.
Ensure signature-based scanning tools are operational.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

Secret Clearance
IAT II
4+ Years of experience with Cyber with a focus on offensive cyber
Strong experience with Linux (kali preferred)
Experience with vulnerability enumeration and remediation
Experience with Kali Linux tools such as nMAP, TCPDump, WireShark

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.